The 5.0-liter V8 Jaguar AJ133S 5.0 Supercharged engine has been produced by the company since 2009 and is installed on charged versions of such well-known models of the concern as XE, XK, XF, XJ, F-Type. A similar unit is installed on Land Rover SUVs under its 508PS index.
AJ-V8 family: AJ126, AJ27, AJ27S, AJ28, AJ33, AJ33S, AJ34, AJ34S, AJ133, AJ133S.
Specifications
| Production years | since 2009 |
| Displacement, cc | 4999 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power output, hp | 450 – 600 |
| Torque output, Nm | 580 – 700 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum V8 |
| Block head | aluminum 32v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 92.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 93 |
| Compression ratio | 9.5 |
| Features | intercooler |
| Hydraulic lifters | no |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | on all shafts |
| Turbocharging | Eaton M112 |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-20 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 7.25 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 5 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Jaguar XJ 2018) — city — highway — combined |
17.9 8.5 11.9 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~350 000 |
| Weight, kg | 200 |
The engine was installed on:
- Jaguar XE 1 (X760) since 2017;
- Jaguar XF 1 (X250) in 2009 – 2015;
- Jaguar XJ 8 (X351) in 2009 – 2019;
- Jaguar XK 2 (X150) in 2009 – 2014;
- Jaguar F-Pace 1 (X761) since 2018;
- Jaguar F-Type 1 (X152) since 2012.
Disadvantages of the Jaguar AJ133S engine
- On the engines of the first years, the timing chain served very little, then the resource increased to 150,000 km;
- The supercharger drive also does not last long, its damper sleeve fails;
- Relatively rare, but sometimes valve seats fall out on this motor;
- The engine does not like bad fuel, the throttle and nozzles need to be cleaned regularly;
- The remaining problems are associated with burst pipes and heat exchanger leaks.
Frequently asked questions about the Jaguar AJ133S
How much power does the Jaguar AJ133S make?
The Jaguar AJ133S develops 450 - 600 hp and 580 - 700 Nm of torque.
How much oil does the Jaguar AJ133S take and which one?
Engine oil capacity: 7.25 liters. Recommended oil: 5W-20.
Does the Jaguar AJ133S have a timing belt or chain?
The Jaguar AJ133S uses a timing chain.
Is the Jaguar AJ133S turbocharged?
Yes, the Jaguar AJ133S is turbocharged (Eaton M112).
Does the Jaguar AJ133S need valve clearance adjustment?
Yes, there are no hydraulic lifters, so the valve clearances have to be checked and adjusted periodically.
How long does the Jaguar AJ133S last?
The typical lifespan of the Jaguar AJ133S is ~350 000 km with proper maintenance.
What is the fuel consumption of the Jaguar AJ133S?
Jaguar XJ 2018: city 17.9, highway 8.5, combined 11.9 L/100 km.
What cars was the Jaguar AJ133S installed on?
Jaguar XE 1 (X760) since 2017; Jaguar XF 1 (X250) in 2009 - 2015; Jaguar XJ 8 (X351) in 2009 - 2019; Jaguar XK 2 (X150) in 2009 - 2014; Jaguar F-Pace 1 (X761) since 2018; Jaguar F-Type 1 (X152) since 2012.
What are the common problems of the Jaguar AJ133S?
On the engines of the first years, the timing chain served very little, then the resource increased to 150,000 km. The supercharger drive also does not last long, its damper sleeve fails. All known problems.
